There are a lot of awesome powers that we have seen throughout the course of the Jujutsu Kaisen Storyline. Jujutsu Sorcerers have a whole arsenal of different, devastating powers at their disposal to bring with them into some of the coolest battles in the series.
It is the Black Flash that is one of the most intriguing and important for several characters.
If we look at all of the Cursed Techniques in Jujutsu Kaisen, we will find many unique and creative powers. This is one of the real positives of the manga/anime, and the reason why it’s one of the most promising new shonen around at the moment!
But what is the Black Flash? And what are Cursed Techniques? What characters are able to use them?
If you’re new to the world of Jujutsu Kaisen and are looking to better understand some of the techniques you’re reading in the manga or watching in the anime, then this is the right article for you!
We’re going to be explaining the Black Flash in detail – when it has been used in the story so far, and what it means for the future of the show!
Cursed Techniques are an important part of the battle and power system within Jujutsu Kaisen. They are an advanced version of Jujutsu that allows the user to channel specific abilities that will aid them in battle.
There are many different benefits of Cursed Techniques that make them desirable for a Jujutsu Sorcerer to have with them in battle.
Cursed Techniques are powered by something called Cursed Energy, which works the same way as electricity. Cursed energy can be channeled and used within several different kinds of Jujutsu to create devastating effects.
Typically, Cursed Techniques fall into a few different categories – innate, extension, and maximum techniques. Innate techniques are powers that a sorcerer has carried with them forever.
These techniques are something that is innate within a sorcerer and can not be copied. Innate techniques often make or break a sorcerer, and are the foundation of all of their abilities and powers.
Extension Techniques are techniques that then come after this innate ability. For example, a sorcerer might start with a specific power, but then learn to bend and use it in different ways. This is what sorcerers call extension – and it is a vital part of making a person into a more complete sorcerer.
Maximum Techniques are the ultimate form of an innate technique. It is here we see the limit of a sorcerer’s power – how they can push their power to the edge and where we see some of the most impressive powers Jujutsu Kaisen has to offer.
This isn’t the full extent of different Cursed Techniques – but it’s a start to show how innate techniques can be progressed within the series.
What Is The Black Flash?
So then, now that we’ve highlighted a little about Cursed Techniques – what exactly is the Black Flash? The Black Flash is a Cursed Technique that can be applied to physical strikes.
Hand-to-hand combat is an important part of the arsenal of a sorcerer – and the Black Flash is a way to amplify a specific sorcerer’s power.
The Black Flash is named so because it is a distortion in space-time, that happens only when cursed energy is applied within a tiny fraction of a physical strike.
It is an incredible phenomenon when it happens and is a good example of a sorcerer’s prowess in battle. In order to create a Black Flash, a sorcerer must have incredible poise and concentration – it is a very high marker of skill and power.
But the Black Flash is more than this! Any sorcerer who is able to perform the Black Flash will gain a sudden incredible understanding of Cursed Energy and how it manifests within the battle.
They are sure to have a good understanding of how Cursed Energy can be manipulated and how it interacts with their body. This means that those who unleash the Black Flash are deadly in combat and able to function at a much higher level, both physically and mentally.
Who Has Unleashed The Black Flash So Far?
Although rare, several characters throughout the anime/manga have unleashed the Black Flash, either in specific battles or within history. Let’s take a look at a list of them, so we can see the caliber of sorcerer it takes in order to unleash it.
Yuji Itadori – Yuji learned a lot about harnessing black energy and how it interacts with hand-to-hand combat. Eventually, Yuji became strong enough to manifest the Black Flash several times – with devastating effect to his opponents. He uses it most notably in the classic battle against Mahito.
Nobara Kugisaki – Nobara was able to unleash a Black Flash alongside Yuji during their twin battle against Kechizu and Eso – they hit Black Flashes at the same time in a truly awesome moment!
Aoi Todo – Aoi is the one who originally gave Yuji the information he’d need in order to unleash his Black Flash – so it makes sense that he was able to unleash one also with a brutal kick against Mahito.
Mahito – this villain most notably used it on Yuji in their battle – landing a savage blow against our hero.
Kento Nanami – Kento Nanami allegedly used several Black Flashes within a battle back in the day – and talks about the dangers and wonder of multiple uses of the Black Flash.
Final Thoughts
The Black Flash is an awesome thing every time it happens within an episode or chapter of Jujutsu Kaisen. As the series goes on, we’re seeing more and more characters begin to unleash it during their battles.
Whether or not the Black Flash will become a common staple within battles of the future – it’s a clear indication that many of the sorcerers in the series are progressing in their understanding of Cursed Energy.
Who knows what might be possible in the future, when they have learned even more and can safely harness the power?
We hope that this article has given you some good insight into the world of Jujutsu Kaisen, as well as what the Black Flash is and why it’s important within the most epic battles of Jujutsu Kaisen! Happy reading or watching – we can’t wait to see what happens in the future of the story!
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Jujutsu?
In the world of Jujutsu Kaisen, Jujutsu is a short way of saying ‘Jujutsu Sorcery.’ It is the main magic system of the anime and manga and is the blanket term we use to describe the magical abilities that characters can perform.
Jujutsu Sorcerers can use spells and skills in order to fight against cursed spirits and each other. There are countless manifestations of Jujutsu and each character has different abilities.
Magic systems such as this are a staple of shonen manga and act as a device in which different characters can battle each other.
Who Is Yuji Itadori?
Yuji Itadori is the main character of the anime and manga Jujutsu Kaisen. He is a student of Tokyo Jujutsu High and the vessel of Sukuna. He is a strong sorcerer who we follow throughout the series as he grows in power and knowledge. In some ways Yuji follows the classic role of Shonen Protagonist.
